Urban railroading is dirty and no-nonsense, part of the overlooked infrastructure that keeps a city running. The Zakim Bridge may be the prettiest part of Boston's transportation system, but don't... (more)

Many a railfan dreams of an elevated vantage point near the throat over a major terminal. For Boston-area fans, the North Bank Bridge near North Station fulfills that dream. Between revenue trains... (more)

Boston is not a city normally associated with carload freight operations. But just across the Mystic River, a spur in Everett features tight curves, warehouses, 18-wheelers, cars parked close to ... (more)